The Washington Commanders, who were once struggling with a 4-13 record, have turned their fortunes around and now face their divisional rivals, the Eagles, in the NFC Championship game. Jayden Daniels, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has led the Commanders to this crucial matchup. As underdogs by 6. 5 points, the Commanders will need to rely heavily on their eighth-ranked defense to challenge the Eagles.

The two teams have already faced off twice during the regular season, with the Eagles winning 24-16 in Week 10 and the Commanders making an impressive comeback in Week 16, winning 36-33. The Eagles, however, are ranked third in defense, which could make it tough for the Commanders to pull off another upset.

Jalen Hurts, the Eagles' quarterback, is dealing with a leg injury but is expected to play. The Eagles' running game, which averages 5. 1 yards per attempt and is among the league's best, could pose a significant challenge for the Commanders, who have the 26th-ranked run defense.

The key question is whether the Commanders can stop the Eagles' ground game. If they can't, it could spell trouble for Washington. With the Eagles favored by 6. 5 points, many are predicting a win for Philadelphia.

Eagles vs. Commanders: A Battle to Watch

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